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Good morning. what can i use daily in the last trimester if i am unable to go to the loo for number 2, i can go for two days to three without it and its really concerning. i try to eat healthy, drink water and be active but this trimester is hard?

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Constipation ?'s: First add more liquids (two liters of water a day), and if this is not sufficient, ask your OB physician what oral or suppositories he/she may suggest for additional relief.

Answered 12/31/2020

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A member asked:

Good morning. what can i use daily in the last trimester if i am unable to go to the loo for number 2, i can go for two days to three without it and its really concerning. i try to eat healthy, drink water and be active but this trimester is hard?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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